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Amicus Curiae

Definition:

(noun) A Latin term meaning "friend of the court," referring to a person or organization who is not a party to a case before a court, but provides expertise or information to assist in the decision-making process. Typically, amicus curiae briefs are submitted to present arguments or raise concerns regarding the case.

Examples:

1. The Supreme Court received multiple amicus curiae briefs from civil rights organizations supporting the plaintiffs in the landmark case.
2. The amicus curiae emphasized the potential implications of the ruling on environmental conservation during the oral arguments.

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